Press Releases
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Congressman Tom Cole (OK-4) issued the following statement today after attending the second set of reports on progress in Iraq delivered by General Petraeus and Ambassador Crocker.
"General Petraeus and Ambassador Crocker once again delivered a frank and telling report to Congress and the American people. They were very deliberate and candid in their assessments of both our progress in Iraq as well as the challenges that remain."
WASHINGTON – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) issued the following statement today, the fifth anniversary of the Iraq War. Cole, a member of the House Armed Services Committee has traveled to Iraq seven times since serving in Congress, most recently last October.
For Immediate Release March 14, 2008
Cole Condemns Time Wasted on Flawed Partisan FISA Attempt
Following Secret Intelligence Briefing, House Needs to Pass Bipartisan Senate Version
WASHINGTON – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) made the following comments today, joining many of his colleagues calling for Senate-passed FISA modernization reform legislation to be brought to the House floor for consideration and passage.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Congressman Tom Cole (OK-4) announced today that he will be holding four town hall meetings in the southwest and southeast parts of the district in late March. During these meetings, Representative Cole is available to talk with Fourth District constituents and answer their questions about federal legislation. Members of Cole's staff will also be available to assist residents with federal casework.
WASHINGTON – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) announced today that local fire departments in need of federal funds can begin applying for special grants. The funds are available through the Department of Homeland Security's Federal Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) program. The application period is open until April 4th.
WASHINGTON – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) issued the following statement today after the release of the Democratic Majority's FY 2009 proposed federal budget.
Cole Invites 4th District Students to Enter Congressional Art Contest
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Congressman Tom Cole (OK-4) announced today that his office is accepting student artwork for the Annual Congressional Art Competition and National Exhibition, "An Artistic Discovery." High School students from the Fourth District of Oklahoma are welcome to contact Cole's Norman office to get more information. The winning piece of art will be on display for thousands of visitors to view in the Cannon Tunnel of the United States Capitol building in Washington, D.C.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Congressman Tom Cole (OK-4) announced today that he withdrew his name from the Appropriations race shortly before the Steering Committee meeting. The Steering Committee met this afternoon to select a replacement on the House Appropriations Committee following the departure of Roger Wicker.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Congressman Tom Cole (OK-4) announced today that he will be holding two town hall meetings in the metro area in mid-February. During the meeting Cole will talk with constituents, discuss federal legislation and hold a question and answer session.
WASHINGTON – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement today after the President submitted his fiscal year 2009 budget proposal to Congress.
"The President's budget serves as a useful starting point for a debate over our nation's fiscal priorities. I am pleased that his recommendations include securing our borders, strengthening our national security and addressing the country's economic uncertainties."